The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a CIT Deputy. This position will be assigned to Augusta Health Emergency Department to assist with individuals experiencing mental health crisis.

Candidate must be 21 years of age, have a high school graduate or G.E.D., be able to pass entry level testing: a departmental physical which includes drug testing & physical fitness assessment and a background investigation. The preferred candidate will have basic law enforcement and/or jail DCJS certification and also CIT certification.

The position has a starting salary of $47,380 - $54,487 DOQ with fringe benefit package of VRS retirement and life insurance, health insurance, annual and sick leave.

County Applications and Personal History Questionnaire can be downloaded from our website at www.co.augusta.va.us. Completed County Application and Personal History Questionnaire must be returned to the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office, 127 Lee Highway, Verona, VA 24482. This position is open until filled.